POPULATION: 945 (2010) Henning, Tennessee is a delightful rural wayside. Just off Highway 51, a stop in Henning will find you near the boyhood home of Pulitzer Prize winning author Alex Haley, recognized for his book “Roots” which broadened and changed our nation’s view of African American history. You’ll also discover the rich history of Fort Pillow State Historic Park. Year-round events create opportunities to explore the natural beauty and rural charm of this sleepy Southern town.
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POPULATION: 133 (2010) LaGrange, Tennessee is a must-see stop on any day trip east of Memphis. If you’re a history buff or just interested in the beauty of bucolic, rural scenery and Antebellum architecture, plan your trip today. The entire town of LaGrange is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a stop on the Tennessee Trails and Byways’ Walking Tall Trail. This Antebellum center of Southern wealth, culture, and education was originally a Chickasaw village named…
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POPULATION: 12,430 (2010) Lakeland, Tennessee’s natural terrain fosters a sense of country living through its numerous lakes, ponds, streams, parks, and other recreational opportunities which improve the quality of life for its residents and visitors alike. The Lakeland Chamber of Commerce sponsors an annual golf tournament at Stonebridge Golf Course that is top notch.
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POPULATION: 1,609 (2010) The little town of Mason is home to some of the finest Southern cuisine that West Tennessee has to offer. Visit the original location of Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken for mouthwatering, made to order fried chicken and sides. Or pop across the street to Bozo’s Hot Pit Bar-B-Q. Bozo’s Hot Pit Bar-B-Q first opened in Mason, TN in 1923 by Thomas Jefferson “Bozo” Williams. This local favorite serves bar-b-q plates and sandwiches, ribs, catfish, burgers. Also,…
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